Defending Our Armed Forces - Refresh Your Military Law Knowledge

Introduction

This virtual classroom seminar is for those looking to get involved or refresh their understanding of military police interviews and court martial cases. This will involve learning how to deal with both the usual criminal offences as well as service offences.

With the new Armed Forces Act 2021, this session contains the most up to date legal guidance and practical tips on how to defend even the most senior ranks of the forces against the most serious of allegations.

The session will cover the most common problem areas and how to deal with them, as well as tips on court martial proceedings and customs.

What You Will Learn

This live broadcast will cover the following:

• Service police station investigations and how to deal with military interviews at the police station
• How to advise your client when facing summary proceedings alone
• Legal aid processes
• Court martial constitution and parties of note
• Court martial processes from the initial stages through to trial
• Armed Forces Act 2021
• Defendants’ rights and how to ensure compliance with the guidance
• Sentencing options available
• What’s on the horizon for court martials?

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.